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Decibel Limits: Arvada vs Lakewood

How do decibel limits rules compare between Arvada, CO and Lakewood, CO?

Arvada and Lakewood have similar restriction levels.

Arvada, CO

Jefferson County

Some Restrictions

Colorado statute CRS 25-12-103 caps noise at a property line by zone: 55/50 dB(A) residential, 60/55 commercial, 70/65 light industrial, and 80/75 industrial (day/night). Jefferson County mirrors these limits.

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Lakewood, CO

Jefferson County

Some Restrictions

Colorado statute CRS 25-12-103 caps noise at a property line by zone: 55/50 dB(A) residential, 60/55 commercial, 70/65 light industrial, and 80/75 industrial (day/night). Jefferson County mirrors these limits.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactArvadaLakewood
Residential55 day / 50 night dB(A)55 day / 50 night dB(A)
Commercial60 day / 55 night dB(A)60 day / 55 night dB(A)
Light industrial70 day / 65 night dB(A)70 day / 65 night dB(A)
Industrial80 day / 75 night dB(A)80 day / 75 night dB(A)
Measured at25+ ft from property line25+ ft from property line

Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.

Arvada FAQ

What decibel level counts as a violation?

In a residential zone, sustained noise over 55 dB(A) by day or 50 dB(A) at night, measured 25 feet from the property line, is prima facie a public nuisance.

Is a brief loud burst allowed?

Yes. Between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. the limit may be exceeded by 10 dB(A) for up to 15 minutes in any one-hour period.

Lakewood FAQ

What decibel level counts as a violation?

In a residential zone, sustained noise over 55 dB(A) by day or 50 dB(A) at night, measured 25 feet from the property line, is prima facie a public nuisance.

Is a brief loud burst allowed?

Yes. Between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. the limit may be exceeded by 10 dB(A) for up to 15 minutes in any one-hour period.

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